2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1999 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Expedition | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
